Southern Mississippi Seniors Blue Book Spring-Summer 2025
At Methodist Senior Services, we understand that not every retirement community is created equal. That’s why we are happy to offer THREE campuses from the Pine Belt to the Gulf Coast to suit your lifestyle needs. Each of our campuses offers comfort and convenience in a neighborly atmosphere.
Dear Seniors, Professionals, and Friends:
Welcome to the Spring/Summer 2025 edition of the Seniors Blue Book of Southern Mississippi! For 24 years, the Seniors Blue Book has proudly served as the most comprehensive resource directory for seniors, their families, caregivers, and professionals who connect them with essential services in South Mississippi!
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Publisher
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SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI
SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI
Getting Started Is Easy
Respite
Comfort Keepers
(ad on page 67)
(Gulf Coast and Hattiesburg)
228-867-9700 / 601-296-6300
Healing Touch Home Care
(ad on page 59)
228-863-6002
Home Instead (ad on page 65)
228-818-6110 / 601-261-2114
Interactive Patient Care
Attendant Services
(ad on page xxx)
228-284-1711 / 504-944-0053
Kare In Home P D N
(ad on pages 50-51)
228-604-4550
Nursing Management Inc (ad on page 1)
228-385-9196 / 800-448-3634
Oxford Health Care
(ad on page 6)
800-664-8031
Right At Home (ad on page 57)
228-255-9225 / 601-426-6333
Praetorian Health Services (ad on page 66)
228-314-1290 / 855-705-5338
SENIOR ACTIVITIES, ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS
In this listing you will find organizations, services and individuals that offer a wide variety of enjoyable activities. You will find a complete list of senior centers on pages 45-46.
BALLROOM DANCING
USA Dance Inc
601-928-2696
BOCCE
Woolmarket Prime of Life Center
228-396-3228
CHAIR EXERCISES
Leisure Services City of Gulfport
228-243-2914
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
For 50 yrs. & older, offers health screenings, luncheon-lectures, “mini-classes,” new computer classes, traveling, & more.
MS Gulf Coast Community College Lifelong Learning Institute
– George County
601-766-6421
– Harrison / Jackson Counties
228-896-2549 – Stone County 601-528-8931
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute 601-264-2780
USM Hattiesburg, association of men and women 50 years and older, learning first for the love of learning.
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Our guide is divided into 3 distinct sections and divided by color tabs.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES
This section is alphabetical. You will find hundreds of different services and organizations that work with seniors and their families. This includes professional services, such as Adult Day, Care Management, Elder Law, Social Security, Senior Centers, etc...
HOME HEALTH CARE
This section features Home Health Care. Familiarize yourself with the different services that are offered by each agency. You will find definitions about each service at the beginning of this section. Many options exist; we hope this will help you find a provider to meet your specific needs.
HEALTH AT HOME
HOUSING OPTIONS
First you should familiarize yourself with the many options available and determine which one is best for your needs. You will find definitions of each type of housing at the beginning of the housing section. Then turn to our easy to read comparison grids. The grids are divided into 3 categories, depending on the type of community: Independent Living and Retirement, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing. The buildings are listed by city or county so you can zero in on the specific areas you are looking for.
You will also find many feature articles throughout the publication. These articles are written by local experts on a variety of topics that can aid you in making the right choices.
n Enhanced Search Option
n Activity Calendars
n Ask an Expert n Articles library
n E-flip version of printed book
n Look for the and find out more information online.
ADULT DAY CARE PROGRAMS
Adult day programs are for elders who need a place to stay during daytime hours because they have difficulty functioning alone.
Mississippi Access to Care – All Counties (ad on page 57) 844-822-4622
Community Development, Inc. – Richton 601-788-2599
Five County Senior Center 1027 2nd St, Prentiss
Golden Oak Senior Services 14306 Lemoyne Blvd, Biloxi 228-396-1998
Gulf Shores Adult Day Care
2301 Atkinson Rd, Biloxi 228-388-1723
House of the Lord
2000 4th St, Hattiesburg 601-584-0940
Lyman Senior Center
14592 County Farm Rd, Gulfport 228-832-2606
Open Wings Outreach Center
219 Partnership Wy, Columbia 601-633-5177
The Abigayle
1608 Broadway Dr, Hattiesburg 601-520-1919
Top Choice Adult Day Center
89 Industrial Dr, Hattiesburg 601-336-7405
ASSOCIATIONS FOR SPECIFIC ILLNESSES
Organizations that perform advocacy and support roles and inform the public about the latest research developments.
Alzheimer’s Association –MS Chapter 800-272-3900
American Cancer Society 800-227-2345
American Council for the Blind 800-424-8666
American Diabetes Association 800-342-2383
American Heart Association of Mississippi 800-451-3744
American Kidney Funds 800-638-8299
American Liver Foundation 800-465-4837
American Lung Association 800-586-4872
American Parkinson’s Disease Association 800-223-2732
American Stroke Association 800-553-6321
Arthritis Foundation MS Chapter 800-283-7800
Eldercare Locator 800-677-1116
Family Caregiver Support Program 800-444-8014
Lupus Foundation of America 800-558-0121
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Biloxi
Oceans Biloxi is passionate about helping people attain the best possible quality of life through specialized inpatient and intensive outpatient programs. We are dedicated to meeting the unique needs of seniors managing depression, anxiety and other behavioral health challenges. Start your healing journey today.
We accept referrals 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Covington County Hospital –Brightside Inpatient & Outpatient Programs
701 S Holly Ave, Collins 601-765-4600
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Inpatient and Outpatient Programs (ad on page 13)
180C Debuys Rd, Biloxi 228-388-0600
CARE COORDINATION
Care management agencies provide assistance and guidance in coordinating long term care, in–home care, or other services based on needs assessment and an individualized care plan.
Mississippi Access to Care (ad on page 57) 844-822-4622
Mayhone Elder Law, PLLC –Dennie B. Mayhone, Jr., J.D. (ad on page 17) Ocean Springs 228-215-1223
Nursing Management, Inc. (ad on page 1) 228-385-9196
Prime Senior Placement (ad on page 49) 228-447-5074
Senior Solutions (ad on page 47) 228-365-4824
CLINICAL RESEARCH
Velocity Clinical Research (ad on page 15) 228-206-1283
CONSUMER AFFAIRS / LEGAL
Government and non-profit organizations that provide consumer information or legal advice.
Better Business Bureau 800-987-8280
Disabilities: LIFE (Living Independent For Everyone) 228-388-2401 / 601-583-2108
Fraud Hotline 800-299-6905
Health Help Mississippi 877-314-3843
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CONSUMER AFFAIRS / LEGAL
MS Center for Legal Services (ad on page 21)
(Covington, Forrest, George, Greene, Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Jones, Lamar, Marion, Pearl River, Perry, Stone, & Wayne Counties)
800-498-1804
MS State Attorney General & Consumer Protection
800-281-4418
MS Volunteer Lawyers Project 601-960-9577
COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS
Mississippi State Dept of Health 866-458-4948
– Covington County, Collins 601-765-4291
– Forrest County, Hattiesburg 601-583-0291
– George County, Lucedale 601-947-4217
– Greene County, Leakesville 601-394-2389
– Hancock County, Bay St. Louis 228-467-4510
– Harrison County 228-863-1036
– Jackson County, Ocean Springs 228-762-1117
– Jackson County, Pascagoula 228-762-1117
– Jefferson Davis County, Prentiss 601-792-5135
– Jones County, Ellisville 601-426-3258
– Lamar County, Purvis 601-794-1055
– Marion County, Columbia 601-736-2676
– Pearl River County, Carriere 601-798-6212
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– Perry County, New Augusta 601-964-3288
– Stone County, Wiggins 601-928-5293
– Wayne County, Waynesboro 601-735-2351
DENTAL RESOURCES
Bethesda Free Clinic 6912 N Washington Ave, Ocean Springs 228-818-9191
Coastal Family Health Center
– 15024 MLK Blvd, Gulfport 228-863-9781
– 715 Division St, Biloxi 228-374-4993
– 951 Main St, Leakesville 601-394-2381
Donated Dental Services of Mississippi 800-366-3640
Hattiesburg Community Dental Ctr 68 Old Airport Rd 601-583-4800
Pearl River Community College Dental Hygiene Clinic 601-554-5509
Companies that provide / sell medical supplies, oxygen and respiratory equipment, emergency response systems, wheelchairs, and diabetic supplies for home use. Many companies can directly bill Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance.
Christian Service, Inc – Hattiesburg (Free when available) 601-582-5683
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Riemann Family Funeral Homes has been a part of this community for nearly 104 years… and guiding coast families through the pre planning process is just one of the services they offer. Just like we pre plan for other life events such as weddings, vacations, college, retirement etc. The time to pre-plan for your funeral is now.
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Photo from L to R: Mike Riemann, Chad Riemann, Addison Riemann and Jason Green
HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
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Covington County Medical
Supply (ad on page 27)
205 Main St, Collins 601-765-3277
Gulf Coast Medical Supply
(ad on page 27)
9095 US 49 S, Gulfport 228-241-2100
Hattiesburg Medical Supply (ad on page 27)
1301 S 28th Ave, Hattiesburg 601-296-6000
Hattiesburg Medical
Supply – West (ad on page 27)
6424 US Hwy 98, Ste 20, Hattiesburg 601-475-2290
Jones County Medical Supply (ad on page 27)
104 S 13th Ave, Laurel 800-273-0845
Lawrence County Medical Supply (ad on page 27)
865E Broad St, Ste A, Monticello 601-587-0422
Lucedale Medical Supply (ad on page 27)
49 Mill St, Lucedale 601-766-0340
RampDr
1636 Popps Ferry Rd. Biloxi 228-910-3453
SAAD Healthcare (ad on Back Cover)
10598 D’Iberville Blvd, Ste A, D’Iberville 228-432-5622
Wayne County Medical Supply (ad on page 27)
709 Azalea Dr, Waynesboro 601-735-3144
HOSPITALS & CLINICS
COVINGTON COUNTY
Covington County Hospital
701 S Holly St, Collins 601-765-6711
– Collins Clinic
301 Hospital Blvd, Collins 601-765-3180
– Magee Clinic 800 3rd St SW, Magee 601-849-1918
– Mt. Olive Clinic 603 S Main St, Mt. Olive 601-797-3405
Oschner Medical Center – Hancock 149 Drinkwater Blvd, Bay St. Louis 228-467-8600
HARRISON COUNTY
Bethal Free Health Clinic
1650 Carrol Dr, Biloxi 228-594-3640
Coastal Family Health Clinic – 715A Division St, Biloxi 228-374-4991
– 3446 Big Ridge Dr, D’Iberville 228-392-4153
– 15024 MLK Blvd, Gulfport 228-864-0003
– 295 Fleitas, Pass Christian 228-452-6284
– 23453 Central Ave, Saucier 228-832-7223
Encompass Health
Rehabilitation Hospital (ad on page 41)
4500 13th St, Ste 900, Gulfport 228-822-6990
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Compassion for a lifetime.
Whether you or your loved one need assistance finding a primary care provider, short-term rehabilitation following a recent surgery or health-related event, or if you are considering long-term options in our skilled nursing facilities, Memorial is here. We take pride in o ering a variety of unique amenities and services tailored to meet your individual needs.
For a list of our locations or provider referrals, please call us at (228) 867-5000 or visit WeAreMemorial.com.
SENIOR CARE
HOSPITALS & CLINICS
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Gulf Coast Community Ministries – Free Clinic
3914 15th St, Gulfport 228-868-8202
Keesler Air Force Base Medical Center – Biloxi 228-376-2550
Memorial Hospital of Gulfport (ad on page 29)
4500 13th St, Gulfport 228-867-4000
Biloxi
– Cedar Lake Walk-In
1756 Popp’s Ferry Rd, Biloxi 228-865-3200
– Internal Medicine Walk-In
2771 Pass Rd, Ste A, Biloxi 228-822-6590
Gulfport
– Acadian Plaza Walk-In 12261 Hwy 49N, Gulfport 228-867-5185
Hospital (ad on page 76) 3109 Bienville Blvd, Ocean Springs 228-818-1111
Singing River Pascagoula Hospital (ad on page 76) 2809 Denny Ave, Pascagoula 228-809-5000
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HOSPITALS & CLINICS
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Singing River Geriatric Outpatient Clinic
2809 Denny Ave, Pascagoula 228-809-6157
Singing River Medical Clinic
– 2819 Denny Ave, Pascagoula 228-762-3466
– 3099 Bienville Blvd, Ocean Springs 228-872-2403
– 11700 Hwy 57, Vancleave 228-826-1482
– 7001 Hwy 614, Hurley 228-588-6622
JEFFERSON DAVIS COUNTY
Family Health Clinic 910 2nd St, Prentiss 601-792-2078
Jefferson Davis County Hospital 1102 Rose St, Prentiss 601-792-1142
JONES COUNTY
Family Health Center 117 S 11th Ave, Laurel 601-425-3033
South Central Regional Med Center 1220 Jefferson St, Laurel 601-649-4000
MARION COUNTY
Marion General Hospital 1560 Sumrall Rd, Columbia 601-736-6303
Marion General Rural Health Clinic 1560 Sumrall Rd, 2nd Fl, Columbia 601-261-2940
PEARL RIVER COUNTY
Highland Community Hospital 130 Highland Pkwy, Picayune 601-358-9400
Manna Ministries –
Free Health Clinic 120 Street A, Picayune 601-799-2121
Pearl River County Hospital 305 W Moody St, Poplarville 601-795-4543
Picayune Health Services 2274 Memorial Blvd, Picayune 601-798-3989
PERRY COUNTY
Perry County General Hospital 206 Bay Ave, Richton 601-788-6316
STONE COUNTY
Memorial Stone County Hospital (ad on page 29) 1434 E Central Ave, Wiggins 601-928-6600
– Family Medical Clinic 1440 E Central Ave, Wiggins 601-928-6700
– Primary Care Clinic 1428 S Azalea Dr, Wiggins 601-928-9674
WAYNE COUNTY
Wayne General Hospital 950 Matthew Dr, Waynesboro 601-735-5151
INSURANCE & INSURANCE COUNSELING
Casano-Ware Independent Insurance Agency –Kim Casano-Ware (ad on page 36) 601-668-0338
Complete Benefit Solutions – Sharon Trippe (ad on page 31) 228-697-7983 / 888-485-5243
Devoted Health –Ann Celano (ad on page 37) 228-910-3366
Humana – Jeff Quinn (ad on page 33) 228-233-0275
Mississippi Access to Care –SHIP Program (ad on page 57) 844-822-4622 / 228-868-2311
Senior Medicare Patrol (ad on page 55) 877-272-8720
State Insurance Commission –Consumer Hot Line 800-562-2957
LIBRARIES
See Libraries grid on pages 34-35.
MEDICARE & MEDICAID
Medicare, the nation’s largest health insurance program, provides health insurance for Americans. Medicaid is a state and federal program based largely on income guidelines.
Attorney General (Medicaid fraud/neglect vulnerable adults)
800-852-8341
Casano-Ware Independent Insurance Agency –
Kim Casano-Ware
(ad on page 36)
601-668-0338
Complete Benefit Solutions – Sharon Trippe (ad on page 31) 228-697-7983
Devoted Health –Ann Celano (ad on page 37) 228-910-3366
Humana – Jeff Quinn (ad on page 33) 228-233-0275
Mississippi Access to Care –SHIP Program
(ad on page 57)
844-822-4622 / 228-868-2311
Medicaid
800-421-2408
– Covington, Jefferson Davis, & Marion Counties 601-731-2271
– Forrest, Lamar, & Perry Counties 601-264-5386
– George & Jackson Counties 228-762-9591
– Greene, Jones, & Wayne Counties 601-425-3175
– Hancock, Pearl River & Stone Counties 601-798-0831
– Harrison County 228-863-3328
Medicaid / Medicare Fraud 800-447-8477
MS Medicare Assist Patrol Project 800-444-8014
Senior Medicare Patrol (ad on page 55) 877-272-8720
State Insurance Commission Consumer Hotline 800-562-2957
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AND COUNSELING
Mental Health America 800-969-6642
– 24-hr hotline 800-273-8255
COVINGTON COUNTY
Covington County Hospital
Senior Care Unit – Brightside 601-698-0158
FORREST / LAMAR COUNTIES
Merit Health Wesley Behavioral Health 601-268-5026
Pine Belt Mental Health 601-264-2111
Pine Grove Behavioral Health 888-574-4673
HANCOCK COUNTY
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare
819 Central Ave, Bay St Louis 228-220-5454
HARRISON COUNTY
AP Associates
8933C Lorraine Rd, Gulfport 228-897-7730
Coastal Family Mental Health 739 Division, Biloxi 228-234-5584
Graceful Pathways Mental Health
11530 US 49, Ste E, Gulfport 228-707-2007
Gulfport Behavioral Health System 11150 US 49 N, Gulfport 800-831-1700
Mental Health Association of MS 4803 Harrison Cir, Gulfport 228-864-6274
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Inpatient & Outpatient Programs (ad on page 13)
180C Debuys Rd, Biloxi 228-388-0600
Veterans Mental Health Care
VA Hospital – Biloxi 228-523-5000
JACKSON COUNTY
Singing River Outpatient Behavioral Health Services
4502 Lt. Eugene J. Majure Dr, Pascagoula 228-696-9224
Singing River Inpatient Behavioral Care Unit 2809 Denny Ave, Pascagoula 228-809-5131
JEFFERSON DAVIS COUNTY
Jefferson Davis County Hospital Sojourners Geriatric – Prentiss 601-792-1130
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MENTAL
HEALTH SERVICES AND COUNSELING continued
JONES COUNTY
South Central Mental Health – Laurel 601-426-9614
MARION COUNTY
Marion Park for Seniors
200 W Lafayette, Columbia 601-731-9421
PEARL RIVER COUNTY
Gulf Coast Mental Health Center – Picayune 601-798-7001
Pearl River County 305 W Moody St, Poplarville 601-403-8284
Corner Drugstore 5101 Beatine Rd, Long Beach 228-687-3040
French Drug Co.
400 E Pass Rd, Gulfport 228-896-5656
Hometown Family Pharmacy
930 Hall St, Wiggins 39577 601-476-5777
Ladner Drugs
– 12435 Shriners Blvd, Biloxi 228-354-9616
– 12261 US-49 N, Gulfport 228-284-1450
Love’s Pharmacy
– 12345 Vidalia Rd, Pass Christian 228-255-7800
– 45000 E Aloha Dr, Diamondhead 228-363-6100
– 6390 Washington Ave, Ocean Springs 228-818-3391
Lyman Pharmacy
20006 Hwy 53 (near County Line Rd), Lyman 228-831-9997
North Gulfport
Discount Pharmacy
4723 Tennessee Ave, Gulfport 39501 228-265-5193
T-D Pharmacy
12372 US Hwy 49, Gulfport 228-832-1414
Waveland Pharmacy
112 Auderer Blvd, Waveland 228-463-1055
Woolmarket Pharmacy
13066 Shriners Blvd, Woolmarket 228-392-5355
PINE BELT
Dobbins Family Pharmacy
914 Grand Ave, Leakesville 601-394-4720
Fairview Pharmacy
500 Katie Ave, Hattiesburg 601-544-4871
Park Place Pharmacy
46 Parkway Ln, Petal 601-450-3673
OWL Drug Store
2 Medical Blvd, Hattiesburg 601-268-5740
PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE RESOURCES
Always ask your pharmacist about discounts on your medications, and shoparound to get the best price. A prescription costing $89 at one pharmacy may cost $17 at another with available discount programs. Not all pharmacies have the same discount programs.
Eli Lily & Co 877-795-4559
Manna Ministries – Picayune 601-799-2121
Merck Patient Assistance Program 800-727-5400
MS Dept of Rehab Services
(Provides Technology-Related services and devices) 800-443-1000
Novartis Patient Assistance Foundation 800-277-2254
Partnership for Prescription Assistance 888-477-2669
People’s Benefit Services 800-566-0003
Prescription Benefit Card 800-377-1614
Pearl River Valley Opportunity (PRVO) 601-736-9564 / 866-736-9564
St. Vincent dePaul Pharmacy – Gulf Coast 228-374-9097
REHABILITATION FACILITIES
There are two types of rehabilitation facilities; in-patient where you live at a facility for a specific amount of time and out-patient where you visit a facility for services. Most hospitals have an associated rehabilitation department, and all skilled nursing facilities offer rehabilitation. Rehabilitation Hospitals, however, exclusively provide intense rehabilitation care 24/7, frequent physicians’ visits, and rehabilitation team experts directly supervised by a Registered Nurse.
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REHABILITATION FACILITIES
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Arrington Living Center
701 S Holly Ave, Collins 601-698-0400
Azalea Gardens Nursing Center (ad on page 91)
530 Hall St, Wiggins 601-928-5281
Bedford Alzheimer’s Care Center (ad on page 93)
298 Cahal Street, Hattiesburg 601-544-5300
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg (ad on page 93)
10 Medical Blvd., Hattiesburg 601-264-3709
Bedford Care Center
Monroe Hall (ad on page 93)
300 Cahal St, Hattiesburg 601-582-9157
Bedford Care Center of Petal (ad on page 93)
908 South George St, Petal 601-544-7441
Bedford Care Center of Picayune (ad on page 93)
2797 Cooper Rd, Picayune 601-799-1616
Dunbar Village (ad on page 91)
725 Dunbar Ave, Bay St. Louis 228-466-3099
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital (ad on page 41)
4500 13th St, Ste 900, Gulfport 228-822-6990
Greenbriar Nursing Center (ad on page 93)
4347 W Gay Rd, D’Iberville 228-392-8484
Gulfport Care Center (ad on page 92)
11240 Canal Rd, Gulfport 228-701-1500
Lamar Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center (ad on page 92) 6428 US Hwy 11, Lumberton 601-794-8566
Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center (ad on page 29)
1500 Broad Ave, Gulfport 228-822-6900
Memorial Woodland Village Nursing Center (ad on page 29)
5427 Gex Rd, Diamondhead 228-255-4832
Merit Health Wesley Rehab
5001 Hardy St, Hattiesburg 601-268-8000
River Chase Village (ad on page 91) 5090 Gautier Vancleave Rd, Gautier 228-522-6700
South Central Wellness Center 23 Mason St, Laurel 601-399-0530
Singing River
Skilled Nursing Facility (ad on page 76)
2809 Denny Ave, Pascagoula 228-809-1131
Stone County Rehab & Nursing 1436 E Central Ave, Wiggins 601-928-1889
THE TRUSTED CHOICE
At Encompass Health, we create rehabilitation programs that are specifically designed for each patient’s needs, using advanced technology and innovative treatments to maximize recovery. It’s why so many people and their caregivers choose us. And why we are the trusted choice of a growing number of medical professionals.
encompasshealth.com/gulfportrehab
REHABILITATION HOSPITALS
Encompass Health
Rehabilitation Hospital (ad on page 41)
4500 13th St, Ste 900, Gulfport 228-822-6990
Forrest General Inpatient
Hospital (ad on page 70)
6051 Hwy 49, Hattiesburg 601-288-4232
Singing River Comprehensive
Rehabilitation Center (ad on page 76)
2809 Denny Ave, 4th Fl, Pascagoula 228-809-5020
RESPITE CARE
Respite Care is a period of rest or relief for those who give constant care. Listed are agencies providing this service in residence. See Housing pages.
Amada Senior Care (ad on page 61)
– Gulf Coast 228-216-2448
– Pine Belt 601-864-3752
Care4All Caregivers (ad on Inside Front Cover) 228-493-6363
Caspoint Care (ad on page 66) 228-563-8951/228-806-8721
Cornerstone Caregiving (ad on page 71) 228-256-4505
Covenant Caregivers (ad on page 69) 601-856-5660
Elite Care Home Care (ad on page 68) 228-731-3177
Home Instead (ad on page 65)
– Gulf Coast 800-311-0855 / 228-818-6110
– Hattiesburg 601-261-2114
– Laurel 601-427-9370
Hoop Cares (ad on page 66) 228-363-1599
Nursing Management, Inc. (ad on page 1) (All Counties) 228-385-9196 / 800-448-3634
Right At Home (ad on page 2)
– Gulf Coast 228-255-9225
– Hattiesburg 601-402-7536
– Pine Belt 601-426-6333
S alus Home Care (ad on page 67) 228-207-2515
Senior Helpers (ad on page 3) – Gulf Coast 228-256-1618 – Hattiesburg 601-909-0409
Your Choice Senior Care (ad on page 68) 228-447-5440
SENIOR ACTIVITIES, ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS
In this listing you will find organizations, services and individuals that offer a wide variety of enjoyable activities. Also Senior Centers for a complete list.
Discover OLLI!
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
EOE/F/M/VETS/DISABILITY
GULF COAST: 228.214.3277
HATTIESBURG: 601.266.6554
EMAIL: olli@usm.edu
Island View Casino Resort
(ad on pages 50-51) www.islandviewcasino.com
– View Crew Senior Days
– Monthly “How To” Classes
Mississippi Senior Games www.msseniorgames.com
AQUATIC EXERCISE
Biloxi Natatorium
228-435-6205
Donal Snyder Community Center 228-388-1340
Francis Collins Recreation Center 228-868-5791
Red Barnett Senior Ctr – D’Iberville 228-392-9988
The Salvation Army – Kroc Center – Biloxi 228-207-1218
YMCA Biloxi
(Tradition Community, Summer Only) 228-831-8749
YMCA Hattiesburg 601-583-4000
YMCA Ocean Springs 228-875-5050
YMCA Petal
601-583-9399
BALLROOM DANCING
Amour Danzar
School of Ballroom Dance
228-324-3730
Contra Dance 650-771-1979
BOCCE
Facebook: Mississippi Society of Italian Americans Foundation
Woolmarket Bocce Courts
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
For 50 yrs. & older, offers health screenings, luncheon-lectures, “mini-classes,” new computer classes, traveling, & more.
MS Gulf Coast Community College
– George County 601-766-6421
– Harrison / Jackson Counties 228-896-2549
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) (ad on page 43)
– USM Campus, Hattiesburg 601-266-6554
– USM Campus, Long Beach 228-214-3277
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) offers classes that meet the needs and schedules of active adults. OLLI locations are Hattiesburg (USM Campus) and in Gulfport (USM Gulf Park Campus). Programs include field trips, seminars, and classes. “Learning is a Lifelong Experience”
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SENIOR ACTIVITIES, ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS
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Road Scholar
800-454-5768
Road Scholar, the non-profit leader in educational travel since 1975 www.roadscholar.org
MALL WALKING
Edgewater Mall – Biloxi (11 am - 7 pm) 228-388-4636
Sawmill Square – Laurel (10 am - 8 pm) 601-426-6320
Turtle Creek – Hattiesburg (10 am - 8 pm) 601-261-3032
Gulf Coast YMCA 1810 Government St, Ocean Springs 228-875-5050
Petal Family YMCA 547 Hillcrest, Petal 601-583-9399
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SENIOR ACTIVITIES, ENTERTAINMENT & SPORTS continued
YMCA of SE Mississippi
3719 Veterans Memorial Dr, Hattiesburg 601-583-4000
SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES
These senior organizations, such as government, non-profit, and community, were created to assist seniors in many areas of their lives.
AARP Mature Driver Safety Program & Tax Aide
888-227-7669
AARP is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization for people 50 and older.
AARP Mississippi State Office 866-554-5382
Eldercare Locator
800-677-1116
Eldercare Locator service links those who need assistance with state and local area agencies on aging and community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers so that older persons can live independently in their communities.
First Call 2-1-1
2-1-1 is a phone number that connects the public to a local agency that can provide information about services, as well as refer callers’ to appropriate programs to meet their needs.
Foster Grandparent Program
1101 Hwy 11 S, Pine Belt 601-477-5803
The Foster Grandparent Program offers income-eligible seniors, age 60 and older,
the chance to make a difference in the life of a child.
MAC – Mississippi
Access to Care (ad on page 57) 844-822-4622 / 228-868-2311
Advocacy and information for any person seeking assistance with in-home and Long Term Care Services and Support
The TRIAD Program
Sponsored by the Sheriffs Depts, this is a volunteer organization that promotes senior safety and reduces the fear of crime that seniors often experience. They provide reflective address signs, files of life and emergency beacon lights. Volunteers will distribute and install the safety items if necessary.
– Hancock County 228-466-6900
– Harrison County 228-896-0614
– Jackson County 228-363-1599
RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program)
RSVP provides volunteer placement services for individuals aged 55 and older and adults with disabilities.
– Hancock County 228-467-9073
– Harrison County 228-896-0412
SENIOR PLACEMENT CONSULTANT
A senior placement consultant offers a FREE service to Seniors and their families to help find an appropriate retirement residential communities.
Elite Care Home Care (ad on page 68) 228-731-3177
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SENIOR PLACEMENT
CONSULTANT continued from page 46
Prime Senior Placement (ad on page 49)
228-447-5074
Senior Solutions (ad on page 47) 228-365-4824
SOCIAL SECURITY
Social Security General Info
800-772-1213 / 800-325-0778 TTY
Social Security Fraud Hotline 800-269-0271
Social Security Offices Counties Served:
– Hancock, Harrison, Stone & Pearl River Counties 9394 Three Rivers Rd, Gulfport 877-897-0609
– Forrest, Lamar, Covington, Simpson, Marion, Greene, Perry & Jefferson Davis Counties 1911 Broadway Dr, Hattiesburg 866-331-2186
– East Jackson & George Counties 6000 Hwy 63, M`oss Point 866-253-5675
SUPPORT SERVICES
Alzheimer’s Association Mississippi 800-272-3900
GULF COAST
Alcohol Anonymous (24 Hour Hotline) 844-714-7186
– Al-Anon Family Group 228-861-2278
Grief & Loss Support – First United Methodist Church (Gulfport) 228-863-0047
Home of Grace (Drug / Alcohol Recovery) 228-826-5283
Hospice of Light Bereavement Group (ad on page 76) 228-818-2160 / 601-766-1800
Jaybird Project Grief Center –Long Beach 504-500-1081
Junction Grief Center –Ocean Springs 228-327-3798
Living With Cancer Support Memorial 228-575-1234
Low Vision 228-575-4066
Lupus Support 228-313-1676
Parkinson’s Disease 228-575-1330
Riemann Grief Support (ad on page 25) 228-539-9800
Rock Steady Boxing for Parkinson’s – Saad Healthcare (ad on Back Cover) 228-432-8855
VitalCaring Bereavement Support (ad on page 59) 228-604-2155
HATTIESBURG
Alcoholics Anonymous
601-582-1475
LAUREL
Alcoholics Anonymous
601-426-0108
South Central Regional Medical
Center Community Education
601-399-0506
TRANSPORTATION
ALL COUNTIES
Area Agency on Aging
800-444-8014
Grove Transit
601-544-5403
Traveling Grace 833-244-7223
JEFFERSON DAVIS COUNTY
Five County Sr Citizens Program
FORREST COUNTY
City of Petal Transportation 601-554-5440
Hattiesburg Mass Transit 601-545-4671
Mobile One 601-545-3322
GEORGE COUNTY
City of Lucedale 601-947-2082
Veterans Transportation 601-508-0596
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GREENE COUNTY
Community Development Corp
601-788-2777
HANCOCK COUNTY
Coast Transit Authority
228-896-8080
Senior Center
228-467-9292
HARRISON COUNTY
Coast Transit Authority
228-896-8080
Harrison County Senior Resources
228-241-2000
JACKSON COUNTY
Community Action of South Mississippi
228-769-3292
Coast Transit Authority
228-896-8080
Hoop Cares Transportation
228-363-1599
PERRY COUNTY
Community Development Corp
601-788-2777
STONE COUNTY
City of Wiggins 601-928-7221
VEIN CARE SPECIALIST
Vein Institute of South Mississippi (ad on page 53)
– D’Iberville 228-200-9449
– Hattiesburg 601-336-8368
– Meridian 601-336-8368
VETERAN CENTERS & SERVICES
Veteran Services Officer (per County)
Provides a network of resources & information to veterans and their families.
– Covington County, 601-765-4004
– Forrest County, 601-583-4521
– George County, 601-247-2117
– Greene County, 601-394-2442
– Hancock County, 228-467-2100
– Harrison County (Biloxi), 228-435-8271
– Harrison County (Gulfport), 228-865-4027
– Jackson County, 228-769-3075
– Jefferson Davis County, 601-792-5939
– Jones County, 601-428-0467
– Lamar County, 601-794-4218
– Marion County, 601-736-0740
– Pearl River County, 601-403-2558
– Perry County, 601-964-8214
– Stone County, 601-928-7509
– Wayne County, 601-735-4258
AMVETS – Gulfport
228-324-6444
Crusaders for Veterans – Gulf Coast (cfv@crusadersforveterans.com)
Equal Steps Veterans Home –Long Beach
228-265-8576
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VETERAN
CENTERS & SERVICES
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G.V. Sonny Montgomery
VA Medical Center – Jackson, MS 601-364-1511
Gulf Coast Veterans Affairs –Biloxi VA Medical Center 228-523-5000
MS Heroes – Gulf Coast 228-234-4649
My HealtheVet – Gulf Coast 228-523-5138
US Veterans Center – Biloxi 228-388-9938
Veteran Caregiver Support Program – Biloxi 228-523-4699
Veterans Medical Foster Home Program – Biloxi 228-523-5000
Veteran Volunteer Program – Biloxi (vahabilcdce@va.gov)
NATIONAL
Veterans Crisis Line (All Counties) 800-273-8255
Veteran Combat Call Center 877-927-8387
Veteran Affairs (www.va.gov)
– Debt Management 800-827-0648
– Education Benefits 888-442-4551
– Health Benefits 877-222-8387
– Health Eligibility Center 800-929-8387
– Life Insurance 800-669-8477
– VA Benefits 800-827-1000
– VA Beneficiary 877-294-6380
Women Veteran Hotline 855-829-6636
VISION RESOURCES
American Council for the Blind 800-424-8666
Coastal Family Health Center –Biloxi 228-374-4993
Independent Living for the Blind –Hattiesburg 601-544-1676
Lions Club – Biloxi 228-424-7840
MS Library Commission 800-446-0892
MS Public Broadcasting Radio Reading of MS 601-432-6301
Reading of newspapers, books, magazines over closed circuit
National Eye Care Project 800-222-3937
North America Resource Line for Braille 800-272-4553
Prevent Blindness America 800-221-3004
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
American Red Cross –Gulf Coast 228-896-4511 / 866-438-4636
YOU can help PROTECT YOUR
MEDICARE
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When thieves steal from Medicare, there is less money for the health care you really need. You pay for things you might never get. You can get hurt when you get tests, medicine, or care you don ’t really need. You can help protect Medicare for yourself, your family, and friends.
877-272-8720 www.stopmedicarefraud.org
Arden Hospice
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– Biloxi 228-207-0260
– Hattiesburg 855-273-3648
– Poplarville 601-403-9822
Christian Food Mission – Laurel 601-428-0136
Forrest General Hospice
(ad on page 70) 601-288-2500
Foster Grandparents
(Covington, Jasper, Jones, Smith, Wayne Counties) 601-477-5803
Habitat for Humanity – Gulf Coast 228-678-9100
Hospice of LIght
(ad on page 76) 228-818-2160
Memorial Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary (ad on page 29) 228-867-4077
MS Renaissance Garden Foundation 228-388-2622
Pearl River Valley Opp, Inc. (PRVO) 601-736-9564 / 866-736-9564
Retired Senior Volunteer Program
– RSVP Hancock 228-467-9073
– RSVP Harrison 228-896-0412
SAAD Hospice (ad on Back Cover) 228-432-8855
Salvation Army (Biloxi, Gulfport, Lucedale, Pascagoula) 228-207-2761
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Senior Medicare Patrol (ad on page 55)
877-272-8720
United Way of South Mississippi 228-896-2213
United Way of Southeast Mississippi 601-545-7141
VitalCaring Hospice (ad on page 59) 228-604-2155
FORREST COUNTY – HATTIESBURG
Area Development Partnership 601-296-7500
Christian Service, Inc – Hattiesburg 601-582-5683
Forrest General Hospital (ad on page 70) 601-288-4214
Habitat for Humanity (Hattiesburg Area) 601-582-4663
Hattiesburg Area Historical Society Museum 601-582-5460
Merit Health Wesley Medical Ctr 601-268-8127
YMCA, YWCA 601-583-4000 / 601-583-9399
HARRISON COUNTY
Goodwill Industries of South MS – Good Works 228-863-2323
Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra 228-435-9800
TRIAD Program (Sponsored by the Harrison County Sheriffs Dept) 228-896-0614
Volunteers in Police Service –Gulfport 228-868-5703
American Association of Retired People – AARP www.AARP.org
BenefitsCheckUp www.benefitscheckup.org
Eldercare Locator eldercare.acl.gov
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you have limited resources or income? Do you have to choose between your monthly prescriptions and other expenses? Your State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) and Mississippi Access to Care (MAC) Center offer programs to help low-income seniors, and persons with disabilities, to apply for programs that help pay for their Medicare expenses.
WEBSITES
FOR SENIORS continued
Federal Trade Commission –Identity Theft www.ftc.gov
MS Dept of Human Services Division of Age / Adult Services www.mdhs.ms.gov
MS Office of Attorney General Consumer Protect Division www.attorneygenerallynnfitch.com
National Association of Area Agencies on Aging www.n4a.org
National Council on Aging – NCOA www.ncoa.org
Social Security Administration – SSA www.ssa.gov
WOUND
CARE
MedCentris (ad on page 59) 855-432-5328 – D’Iberville – Gulfport – Hattiesburg – Picayune
SAAD Healthcare (ad on Back Cover) 10598 D’Iberville Blvd, Ste A, D’Iberville 228-432-5622
Home��ased Healthcare Services.
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What is it:
SENIOR CARE OPTIONS
Non Medical Home Care
In-home assistance focusing on personal care and daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation and companionship. Services are non-medical in nature and are designed to help seniors maintain independence in their home.
Who is it for:
What is it:
Who is it for:
Best suited for seniors who need help with everyday tasks but do not require medical supervision or treatment.
Home Health Care
Medical care at home provided by licensed healthcare professionals, including aides, nurses, physical therapist, and occupational therapist. Services may include wound care, administering medications, managing chronic conditions, and post surgery care and therapy. A doctor must refer a patient for home health care.
What is it:
Appropriate for seniors who need medical treatment or rehabilitation at home.
Who is it for:
Medical care at home for patients with a life-limiting illness. Hospice emphasizes palliative care rather than curative treatment. An interdisciplinary team (Doctor, Nurse, Aide, Social Worker, Chaplain and Volunteer Services) works together to help the patient, caregiver, and family.
Suitable for patient with a terminal illness. A doctor must refer a patient for hospice care.
Hospice Care
ing for You at Home
Forrest General Home Care provides specialized care, in the comfort of your home, when you are recovering from an illness, injury or surgery and is available for all ages.
When you or someone you love becomes terminally ill and needs special attention at home, Forrest General Hospice can help meet these healthcare needs for patients who meet criteria. Asbury Hospice House, another option for hospice care, provides a peaceful, serene environment to allow a person and their loved ones to spend time in the best way possible when their care cannot be managed at home.
• Skilled Nursing
• Wound/Ostomy Care
• IV Therapy
• Mental Health
• Pediatrics
• Physical Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Therapy
• Social Services
• Certified Nurse Aides
• Telemonitoring
• Certified Diabetic Educator
• Registered Dietitian
• Hospice Program
Serving 19 Counties
INPATIENT CARE
INDIGENT PATIENTS
HOME HEALTH AGENCY
PCP OVERSIGHT
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS
RO=Routine / RE=Respite / G=General In-Patient Care / C=Continuous Care 24/7 ADMISSIONS
SERVICES
RN/SW =Registered Nurse / Social Worker / CH=Chaplain / V=Volunteer
1 BEDROOM (1) STUDIO (S)
INCOME BASED (IB) 3-BEDROOM (3) 2-BEDROOM (2)
Village Manor, 1001 Cotton St, Mt. Olive 39119
Caritas Manor, 145 W 10th Ave, Petal 39465
Federation Towers, 812 Arnold St, Hattiesburg 39401
North Hill Place Apts, 200 Cahal St, Hattiesburg 39401
Apartment-style communities designed for active seniors. Amenities could include housekeeping, transportation, social activities, and meals. No medical care or daily assistance provided by community.
Best for seniors who are self-sufficient and seek a lifestyle with fewer responsibilities and more social opportunities.
What is it:
Who is it for:
Apartment-style living with personal care services, such as help with dressing, bathing, and medication. Residence includes meals, housekeeping, transportation, social activities, and staff available 24/7. Facility may include a Memory Care Unit for patients with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other memory-related conditions.
Ideal for seniors who need regular assistance, but do not require round-the-clock medical care.
What is it:
Who is it for:
24/7 medical care in a licensed facility with healthcare professionals. Facilities offer rehabilitation, post-surgery recovery, and long-term care for chronic conditions. Private and Semi-private rooms available.
Appropriate for seniors with serious health conditions that require constant medical supervision and care.
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HOUSING AUTHORITY
Housing Authority
– Bay St. Louis, 228-467-4545
– Bay Waveland, 228-467-4545
– Biloxi, 228-374-7771
– Gulfport, 228-831-2992
– Hattiesburg, 601-583-1881
– Laurel, 601-425-7977
– Long Beach, 228-863-8256
1651 Popp's Ferry Rd, Biloxi, MS 39532 blakeseniorliving.com/biloxi
Magnolia Gardens of Ellisville, 303 Ivy St, Ellisville 33943
Magnolia Gardens of Laurel, 616 E 19th St, Laurel 39440
Northview Care Center, 625 Northview Dr, Laurel 39440
Tomorrow’s Promise, 945 West Dr, Laurel 39440
PEARL RIVER COUNTY Bee Hive of Picayune, 4000 Wildwood Dr, Picayune 39466
Blueberry Hill Personal Care Home, 1005 S Shivers St, Poplarville 39470
New Country Living Personal Care Home, 258 George Ford Rd, Carriere 39426 601-798-5673 14
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PERRY COUNTY
Serenity Pearl Living Center, 340 Sycamore Rd, Carriere 39426
St. Oaks Care Center, 83 White Chapel Rd, Carriere 39426
Timeless Grace Assisted Living, 424 Jake Smith Rd, Carriere 39426
Community Development of Richton, 200 Front St, Richton 39476 601-788-2599 17
STONE COUNTY
Crown Care Communities, 918 Parkway Dr, Wiggins 39577 601-723-0076 15
Eva’s Place, 258 Vestry Rd, Perkinston 39573
WAYNE COUNTY
Brookwood Villa Personal Care Home, 915 Wayne St, Waynesboro 39367
Southern Living Specialty Care, 509 Gray Dr, Waynesboro 39367
Sm = Small / C = Cats Only & = Call
BEDFORD ALZHEIMER’S CARE CENTER 298 Cahal Street, Hattiesburg, MS Phone: 601-544-5300
BEDFORD CARE CENTER OF HATTIESBURG 10 Medical Blvd., Hattiesburg, MS Phone: 601-264-3709
BEDFORD CARE CENTER OF MARION 6434-A Dale Drive, Marion, MS Phone: 601-294-3515
BEDFORD CARE CENTER OF MENDENHALL 925 W Mangum Ave., Mendenhall, MS Phone: 601-847-1311
BEDFORD CARE CENTER MONROE HALL 300 Cahal Street, Hattiesburg, Ms Phone: 601-582-9157
BEDFORD CARE CENTER OF NEWTON 1009 S. Main Street, Newton, MS Phone: 601-683-6601
BEDFORD CARE CENTER OF PETAL 908 S. George Street, Petal, MS Phone: 601-544-7441
BEDFORD CARE CENTER OF PICAYUNE 2797 Cooper Road, Picayune, MS Phone: 601-799-1616
Medicare 2025 “In A Nutshell” (Parts A,
B & Medigap Plans)
Original Medicare is a government health insurance program primarily for people age 65 and older. It has four main parts: A, B, C & D. The chart below is an example of how Parts A & B work together with a traditional Medicare supplement also known as a “Medigap Plan.”
Medicare Part A Hospital Insurance
Generally no cost (If you paid Medicare taxes while working)
$1,676 deductible (per benefit period)
It is possible to pay the $1676 deductible and other daily charges for multiple stays & extended care.
Plan covers: Inpatient hospital care, home health care services, hospice, inpatient skilled nursing & more.
Providers are paid by Medicare assignment.
No coverage outside USA.
No out-of-pocket maximum.
Many people add a Medigap plan, Part D or an Advantage Plan (Part C) to fill the “gaps” in the coverage.
Medicare Part B Medical Insurance
Most people pay monthly $185 (Premium could be higher based on income)
$257 annual deductible. (this can increase each year)
80/20 after deductible.
Plan covers: health care providers, ambulance, emergency care, outpatient surgical, wellness & other Medicare approved benefits
Most doctors accept Medicare.
No coverage outside the USA.
No out-of-pocket maximum.
Many people add a Medigap plan, Part D or an Advantage Plan (Part C) to fill the “gaps” in the coverage.
A & B are designed for people over age 65 and those with certain disabilities
Supplemental Policy Plans A - N Medigap
Premium varies by company, age, location & other factors.
Guarantee Issue at initial enrollment (Other special enrollment periods may be available)
These plans generally pay the 20% not covered by Part B & other Medicare eligible benefits
When this coordinates with Medicare, many benefits are 100% covered
Can provide benefits outside USA
Plans are available through insurance companies.
Important to add Part D plan to cover prescription drugs & avoid penalties.
Must have Part A & B to enroll.
For more information visit www.medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE.
There is NO additional cost to use the services of a full time insurance professional. Please call us or a broker in your local area for additional assistance.
This article was written by Craig N. Anderson, President of Anderson Benefits, Inc. located in Salt Lake City, Utah. To contact call: 801-363-9575 or craig@andersonbenefits.com
Medicare 2025 “In A Nutshell” Med Advantage (Part C) with RX (Part D)
Medicare Advantage plans are governed by Medicare. They are only offered through insurance companies that have an annual contract with Medicare. They are NOT the same as Medigap policies. They must cover all Medicare approved services. Most Advantage plans include Part D prescription drug coverage.
Advantage Plans Part C
INSTEAD of a Medigap Plan (A-N)
Premium varies by company and coverage. (Same premium for all ages).
Part B premium $185 is still paid (Premium can be higher depending on income)
There are many plan types available: PPO, HMO, HSA, etc.
Plans have co-pays and / or coinsurance for covered benefits & services.
Preventive care is covered 100%.
Plans have an annual out-of pocket maximum.
Plans may have additional services and discounts, including dental, vision, gym membership & more.
There is an Annual Election Period (AEP) which runs from October 15–December 7 of each year. This is the time to make changes in company or coverage.
Must have Part A & B to enroll.
Medicare Part D Drug Program
Premium varies by company and coverage. (Same premium for all ages).
Plans are generally a variation of the following:
Annual Deductible
$0–$590 deductible (Generic prescriptions not subject to deductible)
Initial Coverage
You pay a co-pay or coinsurance until your total out of pocket costs reach $2,000 including deductible for the calendar year
Catastrophic Coverage
$0 for covered drugs on the plan’s formulary for the rest of the calendar year
Part D programs are generally purchased along with Medicare A & B and a Medicare Supplement (A-N)
Approved formulary insulins are $35 per month.
There is a penalty for late enrollment into Part D
Annual Election Period (AEP) is Oct 15 - Dec 7 each year
Must have Part A or B to enroll.
For more information visit www.medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE.
This information is the opinion of the author and intended as an easy to read summary. This is not a contract. Additional limitations and exclusions may apply to services. In the event of any inconsistencies with Medicare or with a published medical insurers certificate, the certificate / Medicare will control. Prepared 12/2024
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